Page 82 VANISH Operator’s Manual
Never operate 4WD on pavement or above 15 mph as *
drivetrain damage may occur.
BRAKES
OPERATION NOTES
Your VANISH is equipped with 4+Wheel Brakes. There are
actually three systems designed to limit your speed:
The main pedal braking is done on all four wheels with 1.
a hydraulic brake system which includes front wheel
disc brakes and rear wheel disc brakes. This system
requires periodic maintenance.
Inspect for brake pad wear, disc wear and hydraulic
2.
uid loss. Consult your Tomberlin Dealer or qualied
Technician if excess wear or if uid loss is noted. Do not
attempt to move the vehicle .
The second braking system is a hand operated
3.
mechanical parking brake. This hand lever mechanically
engages independent rear brakes to keep the car
stationary when parked or left unattended. Always
engage the parking brake when parking the VANISH or
leaving it unattended.
The third braking system utilizes the VANISH’s electric
4.
motor. It will limit your top speed to 25 mph while going
downhill by transferring some of the excess energy back
into the batteries. It will also engage to slow the vehicle
if it starts to roll-away once stopped.
Release the accelerator pedal completely. Press on
5.
the brake pedal evenly and rmly. Practice starting and
stopping (using the brakes) until you’re familiar with the
controls.
Zero Speed Detect: the VANISH’s motor will inhibit the
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vehicle from rolling until the accelerator is depressed.
When pushed, motor braking should only allow the
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